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AF13 MGJ

2013 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,685 mi
Last recorded189,685 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 MGJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 189,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 174,920 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 160,906 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2022 152,288 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

under tray and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2021 144,272 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

brake pads ok wire missing offside rear

Pass 25 Jun 2020 127,145 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertray and engine covers fitted

Pass 17 May 2019 114,688 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 102,094 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2017 86,087 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 73,375 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AF13 MGJ is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 83,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF13 MGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF13 MGJ registered?

AF13 MGJ is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is AF13 MGJ safe to buy?

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